2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1235 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
